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Civil War Potato Hill See the undisturbed earthworks atop this anchor point that formed a part of the Confederate defensive line across Crow Valley. Comprised of artillery platforms and infantry entrenchments, this site under the overall command of Maj. Gen. Carter Stevenson withstood spirited assaults from Brig. Gen. Jacob Cox’s Union division on May 9, 1864. 2261 Reed. Rd. Dug Gap Battle Park These breastworks were built by soldiers during the Atlanta Campaign on Rocky Face Ridge. The site is open during daylight hours. I-75, exit 333, 1.5 miles west on Dug Gap Mountain Road. Confederate Cemetery and Memorial Wall West Hill Cemetery is the final resting place for 421 Confederates and 6 Unionists who died fighting in Tennessee and Georgia. The memorial nearby lists the names of Confederates buried here. I-75, Exit 333, east on Walnut Ave. for 2 miles, then left on Cuyler St. The cemetery entrance is across from West Hill Chapel. (800) 331-3258 The General Johnston Statue Dalton is home to the first outdoor statue of General Joseph E. Johnston, who led the army of Tennessee in Atlanta Campaign. The figure was cast by Tiffany Studio of New York City in standard United States bronze located in downtown Dalton at the east end of Crawford Street. Civil War Heritage Trails Georgia Civil War Heritage Trails interpret the heritage of Civil War, leading visitors on a trip back in time. (800) 331-3258 www.gcwht.org DOWNLOAD THE FREE “DALTON CIVIL WAR” 8 800-331-3258 APP!


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